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Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

Value traps appear lucrative due to low metrics but often lack long-term stability. Signs of value traps include inconsistent profits and poor cost management. Avoid value traps by comparing firms ...

The dual revelations that an illegal alien school administrator from Iowa made it onto the voter rolls in Maryland and that over 2,700 noncitizens escaped strict voter ID checks to qualify to vote in ...

The best way to pay off high-interest credit card debt comes down to personal preference. If you're motivated by saving as much money as possible down to the last penny, you'll probably prefer the ...

Shelf offerings let companies register securities with the SEC and sell them gradually over three years. They provide flexibility for companies to raise capital strategically based on market ...